Autonomous Regions

Definition

Autonomous regions are areas within a country that have a certain degree of self-governance and decision-making power, often granted to address the specific needs or demands of particular ethnic or cultural groups.

Analogy

Think of autonomous regions as different rooms in a house. Each room has its own unique style and rules, but they all belong to the same house and share some common areas like the kitchen or living room.

Related terms

Devolution: Devolution refers to the transfer of power from a central government to regional or local governments within a country.

Subnationalism: Subnationalism is the strong identification with one's region or subnational group, often leading to demands for greater autonomy.

Ethnic Federalism: Ethnic federalism is a system where power is divided among different ethnic groups within a country, giving them varying degrees of self-rule.